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The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and


Andy's 9ers wins Connie Mack crown

STRUTHERS -- Andy's 9ers defeated the Ohio Thunder to finish 7-0 and claim the championship of the


Not even Uma Thurman can save the day for 'Super Ex-Girlfriend'

The 'Ghostbusters' director's latest movie is a dud. By DAVID GERMAIN AP MOVIE WRITER One of


Tsunami rumor sets off panic after Monday's devastation

PANGANDARAN, Indonesia (AP) -- Rumors of another killer wave sparked mass panic Wednesday in the


'CLERKS II'

'CLERKS II' Grade: D. Director: Kevin Smith. Rated: R, for crude language and humor and sexual


Agenda Friday

Agenda Friday Boardman Board of Education, special meeting, 8 a.m., superintendent's office,


Litman-Riley wedding planned for mid-August

XBROOKFIELD - Thomas and Kathy Litman, 6969 Richard Drive, are announcing the engagement of their


BASEBALL

BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX--Agreed to terms with RHP Josh Beckett on a three-year


Northfield Results

NORTHFIELD RESULTS WEDNESDAY 1st--Eagle Hilarious3.002.402.20 I'll Flash By You


Tsunami shows lessons from 2004 disaster were ignored

Editorial: Indonesia's promise to build a nationwide tsunami alert system comes 531 lives too late. That's the


U.S. now a powerless player in Mideast

Opinion: If you want to know how bad things really are in the Middle East, check out the private chat between


Drummer takes his past, looks toward the future

Hurt will be playing at The Cellar on Tuesday. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT While


& lt;B & gt;AKINS, & lt;/B & gt;Thelma, 84, of Warren; calling

& lt;B & gt;AKINS, & lt;/B & gt;Thelma, 84, of Warren; calling hours Friday from 5


Party turns deadly

A Niles man accused in a shooting death was released from prison in February. By TIM YOVICH


'Lady in the Water' just doesn't float

Derived from a bedtime story, the movie doesn't make a whole lot of sense. By ROBERT DENERSTEIN


Seeking shooting victim, police find fugitive

No heroin charges were filed in municipal court because of a bad search. By PATRICIA MEADE


BRITISH OPEN Course is firm, fast and crusty

Because of the heat, balls are expected to bounce at the 135th British Open. HOYLAKE, England (AP)


Warren prison to see more inmates

COLUMBUS (AP) -- To cope with a rapid rise in prison population, Ohio has begun transferring inmates


'Lady in the Water'

'LADY IN THE WATER' Grade: D Director: M. Night Shyamalan Rating: PG-13 Running time: 110


AMERICAN LEAGUE Indians end slump, rally past Angels, 6-4

Cleveland scored five runs in the fifth to snap the Angels' long winning streak. ANAHEIM, Calif.


Prison fuels upgrades to county water system

City and county officials might compete to supply the facility. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO What: Summer of Ska tour featuring Voodoo Glow Skulls, Catch 22, Bid D and the Kids


BRIDGE

Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x K J 8 7 u 5 3 vJ 10 6 3 2 w K 4 WEST EAST x 6


DRIVEN TO SUCCEED

Driven to succeed One day after signing an extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers, LeBron James


Officials eye land for new courthouse plaza

The land must be appraised before it's acquired. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU


Court ruling on landfill won't end opposition

Members plan to be more vocal at city council and township trustee meetings. By NANCY TULLIS


More parents paying the price of designer jeans for toddlers

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS We've all marveled in recent years at the surging prices of jeans. Who


Fight Schedule

Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses July 21 At New South Wales, Australia, Shannon


YFD promotes Wright

YFD promotes Wright Tracy Wright, a 13-year veteran of the Youngstown Fire Department, was


Truman-Jones engagement is being announced

XBOARDMAN -- David and Mary Jo Truman of Boardman are announcing the engagement of their daughter,


'My Super Ex-Girlfriend'

'MY SUPER EX-GIRLFRIEND' Grade: D. Director: Ivan Reitman. Rating: PG-13 for sexual content, crude


NOTEBOOK | From Eastwood Field

Rotation change: Scrappers manger Rouglas Odor has made a change in his starting rotation. Left-


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John J. Mihalko, 26, of 8427 W. South Range Road, Salem, and


MUSIC Ska's new wave could be an off-beat away

Summer of Ska tour will hit Cleveland and Pittsburgh this week. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR


Mortgage holder buys Niles house boarded up because of drug sales

The house was boarded up after its owner was indicted. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Board to seek bond issue for improvement money

If the 6.7-mill issue is approved by voters, the state will kick in nearly $38 million. By TIM


Exhibits feature artists who use mysticism motifs

A Neshannock artist explores the hero archetype. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW


Modified safflower turned into insulin

World demand for the drug could be met by 2010. TORONTO GLOBE AND MAIL In a breakthrough that


CHICAGO Report: Police tortured suspects

Many of the alleged victims are suing the city. CHICAGO (AP) -- Chicago police beat, kicked,


Respect human rights

Opinion: Kansas City Star: In its historic ruling in the Hamdan case last month, the U.S. Supreme Court


Super subs help Angels continue win streak

Joe Saunders and Dustin Moseley made the most of their appearances. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Joe


The Italian Festival gets under way tonight with Jim Frank Combo performing at 6 p.m. The festival,

The Italian Festival gets under way tonight with Jim Frank Combo performing at 6 p.m. The festival,


TELEVISION TV chef will host a daytime talk show

She says Oprah has been a 'continuing' influence on her. PASADENA, Calif. (AP) -- Rachael Ray is


Panel to rule soon on appeal over fire chief's suspension

Safety forces said city records showed the property was not in the city. By D.A. WILKINSON


Escape suspends work program

Two escapees were recaptured Tuesday. LISBON -- Columbiana County Sheriff David Smith said


City closes skate park after vandalism, thefts

STRUTHERS -- The Fraternal Order of Police skate park has been closed until further notice because


2ND ANNUAL EVENT Building Flip Flop Fest: If the shoe fits the music ...

The organizer's goal? For fans to have a great day. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Surplus food/clothing

Surplus food/clothing Friends House Chapel, 192 Haseltine Ave., Youngstown. Clothing and food


Blue October strikes a chord after years of fruitless struggle

Texas indie rock group finds an audience with fourth album. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR


YOUNGSTOWN PLAYHOUSE 'Rootin' Tootin' show has Wild West laughs

The actual 'Buffalo Bill' show started in 1883. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT The


City council OKs action to repair West Side pool

Two councilmen argued over an increase to one of their city-funded travel budgets. By DAVID


MLB ROUNDUP | Wednesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 1, Royals 0 BOSTON -- Not since Babe Ruth was pitching for Boston had


Skin patch offers easier way to treat Alzheimer's disease

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Alzheimer's patients may soon get the first skin patch to treat the creeping


AP Sportlight

AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA July 20 1858 -- Fans are charged for the first time to


"Smallville" (8 p.m., The WB): Tonight's episode introduces us to another mild-mannered,

"Smallville" (8 p.m., The WB): Tonight's episode introduces us to another mild-mannered,


KOREAS Warning is issued regarding arms race

Family reunions had been a key element of reconciliation efforts. SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- North


WESTERN & amp; SOUTHERN FINANCIAL

WESTERN & amp; SOUTHERN FINANCIAL GROUP WOMEN'S OPEN At Mason, Ohio Singles First


Anderson, rocker to wed

Anderson, rocker to wed NEW YORK -- Next week, Pamela Anderson will make an honest man out of Kid


Keiasia Love, Dontae Harris announce troth

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Keiasia Love and Dontae Harris, both of 1544 Cedar Lane, are announcing their


Teller IDs suspect as bank robber

Adam Carson remains jailed after the court refused to set bond. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


Commercial Broadcasting exhibit around Valley

Commercial Broadcasting exhibit around Valley YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning Valley Historical


Salineville residents face extortion charges

CARROLLTON, Ohio (AP) -- Two people have been charged with luring sexual predators to a church and


CONGRESS House OKs bill shielding the pledge from courts

The bill would deny jurisdiction to federal courts. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The House, citing the


AUDITIONS \ Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "Kidz Camp/Kidz On Broadway." Stage Left Players, today-Friday and Monday through July 27


LEADERS

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Businesses must make way for county offices

WARREN -- All of the tenants in the Park-Porter Building, 280 N. Park Ave., have until the end of


Efforts increasing as U.S. seeks to evacuate 8,000 citizens from Lebanon

Officials said delays were for security's sake. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- The United States ramped


WW II rally to be held

HUBBARD -- The World War II Vehicle Museum and Learning Center, 5959 W. Liberty St., Hubbard will


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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YSU

YSU Tailgating YOUNGSTOWN -- The YSU Football Alumni Group will hold their annual "Football


United Way sets goal of $2.85 million

Donors can win a lease on a 2007 Pontiac, airline tickets or a $1,000 gasoline card. By WILLIAM K.


After state approval, school decides to start bowling team

By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT MINERAL RIDGE -- Mineral Ridge High School will have a


"While welcoming recent positive steps by the government to promote national reconciliation, the

Opinion: "While welcoming recent positive steps by the government to promote national reconciliation, the


BUSINESS

BUSINESS Judge OKs bonuses for Delphi executives A BANKRUPTCY judge allowed auto parts supplier


CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT

CONNIE MACK TOURNAMENT LINESCORES ANDY'S 9ERS 4, OHIO THUNDER 0 Ohio Thunder0000000--080


Canfield hiker dies of heat exhaustion

The woman was on a three-day trip when the accident happened. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR


City tackles management issues

The mayor wants Youngstown to have a human resources department. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL


Storm threatens New England coast

KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C. (AP) -- Tropical Storm Beryl gained strength Wednesday as it pulled away from


'Israel as the aggressor' is a distortion of the truth

Opinion: 'Israel as the aggressor' is a distortion of the truth EDITOR: Israel the aggressor? Israel


Resolution opposes release of jail inmates

The prosecutor said he has no choice but to release prisoners. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion

Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Amy Corll, Hubbard, boy, July 17. Nicholle R.


Lacking muscle, Europe tries to avoid all conflict

Opinion: By JONATHAN V. LAST PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER One of Munich's most interesting buildings is the


U.S. JUNIOR AMATEUR RESULTS

U.S. JUNIOR AMATEUR RESULTS Wednesday At Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.


Kelly Woodward, David Sprinkle to wed in Atlanta

XLaGRANGE, Ga. -- The engagement of their daughter, Kelly Muse Woodward, to David James Sprinkle is


Panel requests funds for senior commuting

One county commissioner isn't ready to leap into the deal without looking. By ED RUNYAN


STANDINGS New York-Penn League

Pinckney Division WLPct.GB Scrappers (Indians)1613.552-- Batavia (Phillies)1412.538 1/2


IRAQ Family brutally murdered in Basra

The family was running after allegedly helping Americans. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Assailants slit


States take hard stance

States take hard stance WASHINGTON -- Dismay over Washington gridlock on immigration has inspired


Service offers downloads that can be burned to DVD

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- CinemaNow Inc. will begin selling mainstream movies for download that can be


TOUR DE FRANCE RESULTS

TOUR DE FRANCE RESULTS At La Toussuire, France 16th Stage A 113.1-mile mountain stage from


ROYAL LIVERPOOL Crowds get chance to see Woods

The defending champion at the British Open rarely has been seen in public. HOYLAKE, England (AP)


NOTEBOOK From the British Open

Change coming: Drug testing will make its way to golf for the first time at the World Amateur Team


School district in fiscal watch seeks tax bump

SEBRING -- The Sebring school board on Wednesday voted to put a 1 percent tax on the November


INTERNATIONAL BASKETBALL James hoping to help U.S. regain No. 1 spot

Happy with his NBA contract, LeBron James is focusing on the U.S. team. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- LeBron


Women's NBA

Women's NBA EASTERN CONFERENCE WLPctGB Connecticut156.714-- Detroit147.6671


Reader says yellow mustard helps lower blood sugar

Q. I have been using cinnamon to help control my blood sugar for the past four years. Using 1/4


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA D.C. United1315443616 New England666242424


BARRY BONDS Investigation at crucial juncture

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The federal investigation of Barry Bonds approaches a key juncture today, with


GAME Today

Who: Hudson Valley at Scrappers. When: 7:05 p.m. Radio: WNIO-AM (1390).


Assault on police officer

Assault on police officer GIRARD -- Garry Robbins, 43, of Norwood Avenue, Youngstown, has been


Today is Thursday, July 20, the 201st day of 2006. There are 164 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Thursday, July 20, the 201st day of 2006. There are 164 days left in the year. On this date


The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen

The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen Chain-saw artist shows style Michael Blaine puts the finishing


Pavlik set to turn on his heat

If Kelly Pavlik beats Bronco McKart July 27, he may get a shot at the WBC title. By JOHN BASSETTI


With first veto, president blocks research funding

Bush's father used 44 vetoes, Clinton used 37, and Reagan vetoed 78 bills. WASHINGTON (AP) --


TOUR DE FRANCE Landis squanders lead, plunges to 11th place, likely out of contention

The American fell more than eight minutes behind new leader Oscar Pereiro. LA TOUSSUIRE, France


Fire district seeks to clarify origin of phone calls soliticing funds

The union will use the funds to help its members and the community. CANFIELD -- The Cardinal Joint


Israel's iron-fist approach is a poor bet

Opinion: By SEBASTIAN MALLABY WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Before things can turn a corner in the Middle


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Parents have best interests at heart

Dear Annie: I'm 16 and a sophomore in high school. I'm very shy and have a limited group of close


'Baking soda sachet' controls hamper odors

Dear Readers: Does your dirty laundry hamper assault your sense of smell every time you pass it?


Parents announce Kellgreen-Bowser wedding plans

XThe engagement of Sara J. Kellgreen and Thomas G. Bowser IV, both of 107 Main St., Wilkesville, is


Bucs on roll since All-Star game

The Pirates beat the Rockies, 6-5, to win their second straight series. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Maybe


THOMAS SOWELL Don't compare Israel to the terrorists

Opinion: Now that Israel has responded to rocket attacks and the abduction of its soldiers by terrorists by


Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Saniora renewed his calls for an immediate cease-fire.

Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Saniora renewed his calls for an immediate cease-fire. COMBINED


Tour de France is far cry from Farmersville

Floyd Landis' home had phones and electricity, but no television. EPHRATA, Pa. (AP) -- The bike


Local groups take sides in Middle East conflict

Local Arab leaders are asking the entire community to join in a day of prayer Friday. By JOHN W.


POLICE CALLS

POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Hubbard: GIRARD July 14


Scrappers snap skid, return to top spot

Ace closer Neil Wagner came on in the ninth for his seventh save in the 4-3 win over Hudson Valley.


Associated Press

Associated Press RETURN OF THE SLACKERS: Jeff Anderson, left, and Brian O'Halloran reprise their